By Johnathan Paoli
The DA has warned that it will not stay in the Government of National Unity at all costs, stating that should the continuing disrespect it is experiencing at the hands of the ANC continue, it will no longer be feasible to remain within the coalition.
Party leader John Steenhuisen, joined by senior leaders Ivan van der Meyer and Helen Zille, addressed the media on Tuesday following the DA’s federal conference.
Steenhuisen emphasised the importance of trust, respect and communication within a coalition, stressing that his party refused to be reduced to mere spectators in the current policy direction of the country.
“The DA refuses to be a part of any government that attempts to destroy either the Constitution or the economy,” Steenhuisen said.
Addressing the contentious National Health Insurance Act, Steenhuisen reiterated that while the DA was in favour of universal healthcare, it remained opposed to how
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